Silvia Boccardi

“There has never been such unprecedented intrusion into editorial policy,” said Renate Schroeder, Director of the European Federation of Journalists (EFJ). In recent months, concerns about press freedom in Italy have intensified. As Renate Schroeder, Director of the European Federation of Journalists (EFJ), aptly put it, “There has never been such unprecedented intrusion into editorial policy.” This alarming trend highlights the increasing political interference in media operations, raising questions about the future of independent journalism in the country. The recent reports from the MFRR media freedom watchdog and the European Commission’s Rule of Law Report underscore these concerns, pointing to significant risks posed by litigation and political influence over the public broadcaster RAI. Italy’s drop in the Press Freedom Index by Reporters Without Borders (RSF) further emphasizes the urgency of addressing these issues. https://lnkd.in/dHFgczqd

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A significant step forward in Italian broadcasting: Soobeat Media strengthens its digital presence in 2025 with the DAB+ expansion of Radio 906 and Radio Sunbeat across 14 new regions. Simultaneously, investments in production quality continue with cutting-edge studios and distinctive content - from the "Balearic" format to Telecittà's local productions. This showcases how the broadcasting sector is evolving, balancing technological innovation with valuable programming. A positive signal for the entire Italian media industry, continuing its path toward digitalization and widespread territorial coverage. Follow our developments at soobeat.com https://lnkd.in/dB7pCVuu #Broadcasting #DigitalRadio #DABplus #MediaIndustry #Radio906 #RadioSUNBEAT #Telecittà https://lnkd.in/dB7pCVuu

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𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 + 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐇𝐮𝐛 | 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐄 • United Nations—𝐔𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐨𝐦 & 𝐀 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬 In a world where information is power and truth is a rare gem, the United Nations, known for its global influence and power, has made a profound announcement that resonates with every journalist and advocate of press freedom. The UN's proclamation highlights the critical importance of press freedom, emphasizing that attacks on journalists not only silence individual voices but also strike at the very heart of our fundamental right to freedom of expression. Amidst a landscape where the lines between fact and fiction are increasingly blurred, and misinformation spreads like wildfire, the need for reliable sources of information and the preservation of press freedom have never been more critical. Journalists, the fearless storytellers and truth-seekers of our time, play a pivotal role in our society by shedding light on the truth, exposing corruption, and holding those in power accountable. Drawing upon the wisdom of idioms that have withstood the test of time, we find profound truths that underscore the significance of press freedom: "In the Land of the Blind, the One-Eyed Man is King": Press freedom acts as a guiding light in a world clouded by misinformation, empowering individuals with the truth and ensuring transparency in governance. "A Stitch in Time Saves Nine": The protection of journalists and the preservation of press freedom are not only urgent matters but essential components of a healthy democracy. Failing to safeguard these rights today can have far-reaching consequences for the future. "Actions Speak Louder Than Words": Attacks on journalists are not just physical assaults but symbolic strikes against the very essence of democracy. They aim to stifle the voices of truth and sow seeds of fear and doubt among the populace. "United We Stand, Divided We Fall": It is imperative for the global community to unite in solidarity with journalists, recognizing that their safety and freedom are not individual concerns but collective responsibilities. Together, we can fortify the pillars of press freedom and uphold the values of democracy. As we reflect on the UN's call to action and declare resolutely that journalists are #NotATarget, we must reaffirm our commitment to protecting those who courageously seek the truth and hold power to account. Their dedication, passion, and universal commitment to journalism serve as a beacon of hope in a world where truth is often obscured. #PressFreedom #Journalism #GlobalSolidarity #UnitedNations #TruthPrevails

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Audiences, AI and audio apps: five talking points from Perugia: The International Journalism Festival explored why platforms and publishers cannot seem to work together, how newsrooms are informing their work with readers, and why we have not yet reached the peak of podcasting #journalism #media #news

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Transparency, impartiality and measurement comparability are three of the seven principles underpinning the approach to regulating audience measurement in the EU. With the process underway the industry has established a collaborative body, The Coalition for Audience Measurement, to liaise with stakeholders and the regulatory authorities to contribute to a positive outcome for the industry. This significant development was outlined to those attending this year’s asi International Radio & Audio and Television & Video Conferences in Venice by Stuart Wilkinson of Kantar Media. Whilst these developments clearly have implications for currency measurement across Europe, they are also significant for public service broadcasters like the BBC which don’t rely on advertising revenue. Some of the non-advertising related issues that are of concern were highlighted by the BBC’s Director of Audiences Nick North. YANNICK CARRIOU, Director General of Mediametrie then introduced an expert panel to discuss some of the more important challenges to be faced, not least the possibility of agreeing a set of international standards for audience measurement. See each of these below. Lucia A. Koenraad Deridder Valerie Morrisson Justin Sampson Jon Watts European Broadcasting Union (EBU) egta

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Driving the change from #FAST to #VIEWTV! launch #VIEWTV is the new sustainable #COMO #contentstrategy for #broadcastmedia, #streamingmedia, and #AVOD content studios across #CTV, #OTT, and #OTTX. #FASTChannels was supassed by #youtube and now has been surpassed by ViewTV's successful content monetization strategy. View TV is #transforming the industry for major broadcasters and content studios with a sustainable and regulated approach to #streaming. #ContentIsKing #Innovation #MediaRevolution #ViewTV #amagi #wurl #ottera #muxip https://lnkd.in/eGbUcXVC https://lnkd.in/eBwdv8jW

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Driving the change from #FAST to #VIEWTV! launch #VIEWTV is the new sustainable #COMO #contentstrategy for #broadcastmedia, #streamingmedia, and #AVOD content studios across #CTV, #OTT, and #OTTX. #FASTChannels was supassed by #youtube and now has been surpassed by ViewTV's successful content monetization strategy. View TV is #transforming the industry for major broadcasters and content studios with a sustainable and regulated approach to #streaming. #ContentIsKing #Innovation #MediaRevolution #ViewTV #amagi #wurl #ottera #muxip #programmatic #adtech #ctv #broadcasting #streamingmedia #broadcastmedia https://lnkd.in/ek6SPdYA https://lnkd.in/e9ZgystC

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Driving the change from #FAST to #VIEWTV! launch #VIEWTV is the new sustainable #COMO #contentstrategy for #broadcastmedia, #streamingmedia, and #AVOD content studios across #CTV, #OTT, and #OTTX. #FASTChannels was supassed by #youtube and now has been surpassed by ViewTV's successful content monetization strategy. View TV is #transforming the industry for major broadcasters and content studios with a sustainable and regulated approach to #streaming. #ContentIsKing #Innovation #MediaRevolution #ViewTV #amagi #wurl #ottera #muxip #programmatic #adtech #ctv #broadcasting #streamingmedia #broadcastmedia https://lnkd.in/ek6SPdYA https://lnkd.in/e9ZgystC

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Driving the change from #FAST to #VIEWTV! launch #VIEWTV is the new sustainable #COMO #contentstrategy for #broadcastmedia, #streamingmedia, and #AVOD content studios across #CTV, #OTT, and #OTTX. #FASTChannels was supassed by #youtube and now has been surpassed by ViewTV's successful content monetization strategy. View TV is #transforming the industry for major broadcasters and content studios with a sustainable and regulated approach to #streaming. #ContentIsKing #Innovation #MediaRevolution #ViewTV #amagi #wurl #ottera #muxip #programmatic #adtech #ctv #broadcasting #streamingmedia #broadcastmedia https://lnkd.in/ek6SPdYA https://lnkd.in/e9ZgystC

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Driving the change from #FAST to #VIEWTV! launch #VIEWTV is the new sustainable #COMO #contentstrategy for #broadcastmedia, #streamingmedia, and #AVOD content studios across #CTV, #OTT, and #OTTX. #FASTChannels was supassed by #youtube and now has been surpassed by ViewTV's successful content monetization strategy. View TV is #transforming the industry for major broadcasters and content studios with a sustainable and regulated approach to #streaming. #ContentIsKing #Innovation #MediaRevolution #ViewTV #amagi #wurl #ottera #muxip #programmatic #adtech #ctv #broadcasting #streamingmedia #broadcastmedia https://lnkd.in/ek6SPdYA https://lnkd.in/e9ZgystC

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Driving the change from #FAST to #VIEWTV! launch #VIEWTV is the new sustainable #COMO #contentstrategy for #broadcastmedia, #streamingmedia, and #AVOD content studios across #CTV, #OTT, and #OTTX. #FASTChannels was supassed by #youtube and now has been surpassed by ViewTV's successful content monetization strategy. View TV is #transforming the industry for major broadcasters and content studios with a sustainable and regulated approach to #streaming. #ContentIsKing #Innovation #MediaRevolution #ViewTV #amagi #wurl #ottera #muxip #programmatic #adtech #ctv #broadcasting #streamingmedia #broadcastmedia https://lnkd.in/ek6SPdYA https://lnkd.in/e9ZgystC

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Driving the change from #FAST to #VIEWTV! launch #VIEWTV is the new sustainable #COMO #contentstrategy for #broadcastmedia, #streamingmedia, and #AVOD content studios across #CTV, #OTT, and #OTTX. #FASTChannels was supassed by #youtube and now has been surpassed by ViewTV's successful content monetization strategy. View TV is #transforming the industry for major broadcasters and content studios with a sustainable and regulated approach to #streaming. #ContentIsKing #Innovation #MediaRevolution #ViewTV #amagi #wurl #ottera #muxip #programmatic #adtech #ctv #broadcasting #streamingmedia #broadcastmedia https://lnkd.in/ek6SPdYA https://lnkd.in/e9ZgystC

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Driving the change from #FAST to #VIEWTV! launch #VIEWTV is the new sustainable #COMO #contentstrategy for #broadcastmedia, #streamingmedia, and #AVOD content studios across #CTV, #OTT, and #OTTX. #FASTChannels was supassed by #youtube and now has been surpassed by ViewTV's successful content monetization strategy. View TV is #transforming the industry for major broadcasters and content studios with a sustainable and regulated approach to #streaming. #ContentIsKing #Innovation #MediaRevolution #ViewTV #amagi #wurl #ottera #muxip #programmatic #adtech #ctv #broadcasting #streamingmedia #broadcastmedia https://lnkd.in/ek6SPdYA https://lnkd.in/e9ZgystC

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#Italy leads the way in providing national broadcasters prominence "Agcom, Italy’s Communications Regulatory Authority, has approved guidelines to ensure that TV and media services of general interest occupy a prominent position on Smart TV screens....The guidelines require the inclusion of four icons on the home page of devices that allow access to these services: icons for national broadcasters distributed online, satellite TV broadcasters, local TV broadcasters transmitted via DTT, and online radio broadcasters....These guidelines represent a significant step in ensuring the continued prominence of traditional #broadcasting in the country and protecting the principles of pluralism, freedom of expression, cultural diversity and effective information dissemination." As I mentioned last week in the example of Everyone TV and the Freely service in the UK having to expend its internal resources into negotiating positioning on multiple platforms, Italy has made that job easier for Italian #publicbroadcasters In the UK, prominence only applies to the EPG on televisions, but says nothing of #connectedtv or #smarttv requirements. It's a case of updating existing regulation to become relevant in the 21st century. EPG continues to be an important means of prominence, but by no means the only one, but its the only one covered by regulation. Italy meanwhile has taken a big step to broaden the regulation to take into account new technologies and platforms. It appears to also be focusing on incorporating future technologies like the DVB-i standard, not surprising as it's been used for a lot of testing in Italy with RAI. This dynamism in not just catching up to the present, but also looking to the future, is very impressive and inspiring. #publicservicebroadcasters need continued support to inform, educate and entertain in the current landscape that's being disrupted by global streaming platforms. They are a unique offering in the market, who have a mandate to serve the public, and governments should step in to support them. It's not just on a public service remit, it will help creative industries in countries to produce local content. While some global #SVODs are investing in local content, many are still not and are relying on the old model of US content for a global audience. #PSB are the best way to guarantee #localisation of content, and governments can and should support them in giving them a special platform to get in front of their local audiences. Department for Culture, Media and Sport could learn from AGCOM, as could others. #broadcastmedia #broadcast #streamingmedia #streaming #tvindustry #television #media #italia #italy #rai #epg #publicservicemedia

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Consorzio DRM 🙏 On the occasion of the centenary of Italian radio, OMItaliane Le Nuove Onde Medie Italiane, the only association representing Italian mediumwave broadcasters, has announced its intention to use the advanced DRM technology for broadcasting in the AM bands. The goal is to connect with a wider audience through a cutting-edge digital radio standard with clear benefits. Currently, local Italian broadcasters transmitting in analogue mode are using medium- and low-power AM transmitters for airing programmes tailored to specific regional communities. According to Italian statistics cited by OMItaliane, 75% of radio listening takes place in cars, with about 25 million vehicles in Italy equipped with AM radios. Thanks to the intervention of OMItaliane, medium waves usage opportunities are being discussed in the technical committee convened by the Italian Communications Authority (AGCOM) and as outlined in Resolution 390/24/CONS. In these meetings OMItaliane is recommending AM broadcasting using the DRM standard. The resolution focuses on promoting Services of General Interest (SIGs) via digital devices, such as vehicle infotainment systems and smart TVs, in which medium wave transmissions should also be included. This is particularly relevant for all those Italian radio stakeholders focused on the enhancement of medium waves through the use of the global, green and energy efficient DRM standard, for which OMItaliane is the point of contact.

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Audio storytelling delivers a level of authenticity and lasting impact unequalled by any other medium...

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You see here the power of storytelling when married to journalism

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